University Advising Services Center serves as the primary source for all undecided and liberal studies academic advising. The office provides drop-in academic advising to all university students. Advising Services also serves as a resource for all faculty for professional development and answers to advising questions.
Purpose
To assist students in their academic growth and development; promote advisor-advisee relationships characterized by trust, mutual respect, and openness; and establish a climate of purposeful learning which maximizes student growth and minimizes student withdrawal.
Advisor/Advisee Roles and Responsibilities
Advisee should:
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Keep in touch with advisor
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Make and keep appointments or call if changing an appointment
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Come with specific questions in mind
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Ask about other sources of information
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Be open concerning academic work, study habits, academic progress, etc.
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Build a class schedule which meets necessary academic requirements and is free of time conflicts
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Make decisions concerning careers, choice of majors, and selection of courses
Advisor should:
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Post office hours
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Keep appointments or call if it is necessary to change or cancel an appointment
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Provide accurate and specific information
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Suggest other sources of information
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Listen and help solve problems
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Check schedule for appropriate selection of courses
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Suggest options concerning careers, choice of majors, and selection of courses
